User manual SCOTT BMX

[. . . ] SCOTT 2011 BIKE OWNERS MANUAL SCOTT SPORTS SA | 17 RTE DU CROCHET | 1762 GIVISIEZ | SWITZERLAND © 2009 SCOTT SPORTS SA, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | SCOTT-SPORTS. COM L BMX CONTENT Congratulations Bicycle Safety Saddle height Chain tension BMX Brakes Tires and rims Maintenance and care Bicycle care Trouble shooting Warranty Parts of wear and tear SCOTT Service Plan P. 024 BMX 3 ENGLISH 2 2011 SCOTT BIKE OWNERS MANUAL CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on your purchase of a new Scott bicycle!We are confident that the bicycle will exceed your expectations for value, performance, and ride quality. Each frame set and component has been custom specified and designed to enhance your riding experience. [. . . ] Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release adjustment. Failure to properly adjust the quick release mechanism can cause the wheel to wobble or disengage, which could cause you to loose control and fall, resulting in serious injury or death. BMX 13 ENGLISH Fix a flat tire Bike tires are fitted with tubes. Remove the wheel from the bike and deflate it. Unhook the tire from one side of the rim, using tire tools, not screwdrivers. Remove the tube from the tire casing, repair or replace it. Fill the tube lightly with air in order to let it take its shape. Put the valve stem through the hole, and fit the inside tire. Put the tire bead in the rim starting at the valve and finishing at the opposite end, working on both sides. Push the valve stem into the tire and pull it back down to seat. Make sure the tube is not pinched under the tire bead. Close the brake's quick release system carefully. Your bicycle may be equipped with a different securing method for the front wheel than for the rear wheel. Discuss the wheel securing method for your bicycle with your dealer. Itisveryimportantthatyouunderstandthetypeofwheelsecuringmethodonyour bicycle, thatyouknowhowtosecurethewheelscorrectly, andthatyouknowhow toapplythecorrectclampingforcethatsafelysecuresthewheel. Askyourdealerto instructyouincorrectwheelremovalandinstallation, andaskhimtogiveyouany availablemanufacturer'sinstructions. FrontWheelSecondaryRetentionDevices Most bicycles have front forks which utilize a secondary wheel retention device to keep the wheel from disengaging if the quick release is incorrectly adjusted. Secondary retention devices are not a substitute for correct quick release adjustment. Secondary retention devices fall into two basic categories: 1. The clip-on type is a part which the manufacturer adds to the front wheel hub or front fork. Use of a bicycle hauler Scott bikes are not intended for the use of haulers (load-haulers, kids-haulers, Trailer bikes). Please note that Scott will not take any warranty or responsibility when using a hauler. There are too many different haulers and hauler fixation systems on the market to give a detailed table of systems that might fit without technical problems or endangering the passengers. 2. The integral type is molded, cast or machined into the outer faces of the front fork dropouts. Light systems and bell Handlebar grips to be fixed to the handlebar All parts of the rear suspension system including mounting bolts The front suspension fork on perfect function and play in the bushings. BMX 15 ENGLISH all bolts and nuts, especially the quick releases of the wheels for proper fit and in case they are loose tighten them according to the maximum tightening torque. - Please check additionally monthly Use of Scott bikes in public traffic Please note and respect the national laws concerning the use of equipped and nonequipped bikes in public traffic. [. . . ] This can happen especially when the bike is often standing outside in weather. Handlebar, stem and seat post Handlebar, stem and seat post are under high dynamic forces while riding. Please check these parts regularly for visible cracks or damages and replace them if necessary. In addition we recommend a periodical replacement (every two years) of these parts when riding often and hard. Brakepads All brake pads, no matter if rim-brake, disc-brake or internal brake are subject to wear and tear due to their use. This depends on maintenance and conditions of use of the bike (amount of kilometers, rain, dirt, salt, etc. ). [. . . ]